Greenland Dog Adventure

The Preservations program at Greenland Dog Adventure is committed to the conservation, protection, and study of the Greenland sleddog and its cultural heritage. Our integrated approach includes close collaboration with local communities, governments, and international partners to ensure the survival of this iconic species and the traditions it supports.

The founder of Greenland Dog Adventure, Anette Grønkjær Lings, has witnessed the decline of the Greenland sleddog population throughout her upbringing and later professional life in the tourism industry. Data indicates that the population of the Greenland sleddog has dramatically decreased by over 50% in the last 30 years. This decline is attributed to the modernization of tools and hunting methods, as well as the impact of climate change, which has reduced the need for ice-based transportation due to melting ice and the increased use of boats for fishing and hunting.

Nearly 10 years ago, the idea for Greenland Dog Adventure was born, initially as an opportunity for tourists to engage and participate more actively in the sledding experience. This concept quickly evolved into a mission to preserve the breed. Anette Grønkjær Lings envisioned using tourism as a contributing factor to the preservation of both the Greenland sleddog and the unique sledding culture surrounding it.

Today, Anette Lings’ daughter, Julia, has taken over the practical operations at Greenland Dog Adventure. Together with a dedicated team of dog enthusiasts, both volunteers and paid staff, Julia is responsible for managing and developing Greenland Dog Adventure with over 40 wonderful greenland sled dogs and its preservation program.

The vision for the future includes transforming Greenland Dog Adventure into a foundation, establishing a visitor center, and creating an educational service for schools. The goal is to develop year-round experiences with the sleddogs, while also working towards the inclusion of Greenland’s sleddog culture on the UNESCO World Heritage List.